In life, when it comes to Christmas shopping, there are two types of people. There are those who plan well in advance to save last-minute rushing around and those who do exactly that, leave it to the last minute! The date of Christmas never changes and so there are no excuses not to set a plan as this will not only ensure you are organised come Christmas day, but it will also ensure that you are more effective in your Christmas purchases, that you don’t overspend and you will probably even be … [Read more...]
Women in the Construction: Choosing the Right Work Boots
August 30, 2018 by Leave a Comment
Women have, historically, had a tough time finding just the right pair of work boots. For years, they’ve had to compromise comfort and style for safety, trying to fit into boots designed for men. And with statistics from the National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC) putting women as only 1.3 percent of the entire US construction workforce, it’s little wonder that the big manufacturers of work boots traditionally chose to ignore such a small market. But things are changing. Women … [Read more...]
AUG 12: International Youth Day – Safe Spaces for Youth
August 1, 2018 by Leave a Comment
What are safe spaces? The theme of this year’s International Youth Day on 12 August is “Safe Spaces for Youth”. Celebrations on the day will highlight various types of safe spaces and their role in contributing to youth empowerment, inclusion and development. But what are safe spaces? They are various platforms where young people can come together, participate, engage in diverse activities and enjoy the freedom of expression. When youth have spaces where they can come together without … [Read more...]
Orange Day – Gender Equality Advocacy and Awareness, LUCKNOW on 25th July, 2018
July 27, 2018 by Leave a Comment
Orange Day + Gender Equality Advocacy and Awareness session conducted at Spring Dale College, Gomti Nagar LUCKNOW on 25th July, 2018. Our Advisor to Asia, Ms. Meetika Srivastava, was called upon to conduct a gender equality related session during their ongoing one week long awareness drive on the theme of gender equality is the need of the society. Championing the cause of girls education and empowerment she did screening of the movie 'Girl Rising'. This was followed by an … [Read more...]
WOMEN IN SCIENCE: TOP 10
July 23, 2018 by Leave a Comment
The contribution and participation of women in the field of science has been outstanding over the years. Their tireless contribution has meant an inexhaustible source of progress and development for humanity, besides being an inspiration for the women scientists of today. Although putting all of them in the list is practically impossible, there have been women who printed a unique stamp thanks to their scientific contributions throughout the years, which makes them worthy of top recognition. … [Read more...]
Famous Women Alumni of Durham University
July 10, 2018 by Leave a Comment
Durham University was officially founded in 1832 and gained its Royal Charter in 1837, breaking a centuries old tradition that had seen Oxford and Cambridge stand as the only two universities in England. Designed to be a great university for the burgeoning towns of the north in the aftermath of the Industrial Revolution, it has since gained a reputation to rank alongside that of Cambridge and Oxford and is regularly seen near the top of lists of the world's best universities. It also has a proud … [Read more...]
6 Ways to Help Women Around the World
June 26, 2018 by Leave a Comment
Around the world, women and girls are disproportionately faced with a lack of opportunity and political disempowerment. There are many reasons for this. Historically, men have typically been given access to leadership roles, whereas women have been expected to maintain the homemaker position. This has led to the continual disenfranchisement of women who seek to further their futures and develop sociopolitical autonomy. This is especially true in areas around the world where women face even fewer … [Read more...]
4 Ways Women Should Strive to Bridge the Gender Divide in a Male-Dominated Society
June 21, 2018 by Leave a Comment
From a young age, gender role stereotypes are ingrained into children and their perceptions of the world, from the clothes they wear to the toys they are given to play with. Even as they get older, children are still being dictated to regarding where their interests should lie, and the industries they should aim to get involved in, both from a professional standpoint, and a recreational one. It is considered the norm for women to wear skirts, like bright pastel colors, and want to be nurses and … [Read more...]
How to Continue Your Education after Pregnancy
June 6, 2018 by Leave a Comment
Female students who have babies while still in school face a myriad of challenges. Stories of discrimination, not only from fellow learners but also teachers are not isolated cases. And before you can find someone in whom you can trust and share worst fears, experiences or start looking for a dependable solution to your term papers, it may be too late to make it. Admittedly, pregnancy is no mean feat for a new mother, who is also a student. It is a new experience that involves emotions and … [Read more...]
How The World’s Richest Woman Spends Her Money – And Time
June 6, 2018 by Leave a Comment
You may not know her name but Alice Walton is the richest woman on the planet. With a net worth in the tens of billions, Walton has the sort of financial freedom most can only dream of. Unlike the rest of the Walmart heirs, Alice spends little time working for the business and has instead headed for other pursuits. Walton’s actions are varied and have resulted in something surprising: an enormous private collection being displayed in a state of the art museum in Bentonville, Arkansas. It all … [Read more...]
Top 5 Girls’ Day/Night Out Ideas
May 24, 2018 by Leave a Comment
Catching up with friends is always great fun, and it is important to keep your relationships strong, but it can be hard to know what to do and especially when you have not seen each other for a while. Going out for food and drinks is the obvious choice and, although there is nothing wrong with this, it is not the most exciting, and there is plenty more that you could do in addition to going out to eat or going to a bar. Here are just a few ideas to consider for a fun girls day out … [Read more...]
10 Beauty Products Every Woman Should Own
May 24, 2018 by 1 Comment
Makeup is one of those things that comes natural to some women, while others might feel overwhelmed by the sheer number of products on the market. And nobody can blame them, really – it is very hard to choose something when there are dozens of variants of mascara and eyeliners. So, to save you from any potential feelings of frustration, we have compiled a short list of must-have beauty products that are easy to find and totally portable. Here are ten beauty products that every woman should … [Read more...]
Using Gadgets To Maintain Good Health
May 22, 2018 by Leave a Comment
If you are determined to maintain good health, it is important that you have everything working in your favor. You need to be on the lookout for opportunities to make your life easier, not harder. In order to achieve this, it is vital that you are open to the many benefits of bringing gadgets into your life. Don’t worry; you don’t have to be a technical genius to make this work. Simply take on board the following ten tips. Hopefully, they will help you on your way towards a better life, a … [Read more...]
